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Acapulco, Mexico
As one of Mexico's oldest coastal tourist destinations, Acapulco has much to offer both tourist and traveler. Shop, swim or simply take a siesta on the beach. But be sure not to miss the legendary La Quebrada cliff divers.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Terminal Martima De Acapulco
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
CST (Central Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -5 hours -
Language
The local language is Spanish. Say "where's the bathroom?" in Spanish: "donde esta el bano?" -
Currency & Shopping
Mexican Peso (MXN)
Local crafts, souvenirs, clothing and textiles. -
Famous For
Don’t miss the fearless cliff divers of La Quebrada, a tourist attraction since 1934. Watch as they plunge from heights up to 115 feet into a narrow ocean cove. -
Fun Fact #1
Visit nearby Taxco, a charming town teeming with perfectly preserved colonial architecture and renowned for its silver since the 16th century. -
Fun Fact #2
Fort San Diego offers stunning views of the bay. Dating back to 1616, the pentagonal fort was built to protect Spanish trade between the Philippines and Mexico. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
Stroll the Zócalo, the tree-lined main square in the old colonial quarter of town. The Byzantine-style cathedral on the north side was originally a movie set.